High West Campfire (Batch 22K18), 46%

High West’s blend of rye, bourbon, and blended malt scotch (all aged between 4 and 8 years) is prickly on the nose, with spiky anise darting through charcoal smoke and raisins. The palate is more mellow, leading with pears in syrup, apple pie, and toasted raisin bread. The smoke is more subdued on the palate, like coals smoldering out, and the moderate-length finish is bright and peppery.